24 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 228I, in 11 part types, covering the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The drivetrain system on the 2021 BMW 228I moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. The largest groups are CV Axle (8 parts), Gear Oil (4 parts) and Differential Fill / Drain Plug (2 parts). The other 8 part types cover the remaining 10 parts.
The 2021 BMW 228I came with a single engine, the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged, and every part is verified against it.
12 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2021 BMW 228I, led by REIN (4 parts), GSP (3 parts) and TRAKMOTIVE (3 parts), plus 9 more brands. Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2021 BMW 228I. 2 parts have it, including TOP NOTCH TN10054 (CV Axle) and TOP NOTCH TN10176 (CV Axle). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
AWD Coupling Oil Pump
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAE | DLA0109 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
This table covers the AWD Coupling Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit.
One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 228I — AAE DLA0109.
Axle Bolt
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REIN | HWB1067 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rearwith Spring, 16x1.5x72mm | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle bolts.
One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 228I — REIN HWB1067.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TIMKEN | SL260162 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 228I — TIMKEN SL260162.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN10054 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular | TN10176 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV27112 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV27064 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV49043 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | BM86042 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | BM86041 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | BM8151 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
8 CV Axle parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 228I, from GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and TOP NOTCH. TOP NOTCH TN10054 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes TOP NOTCH TN10054, TOP NOTCH TN10176 and GSP NCV27112 and the remaining parts above.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GKN | 306348 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 228I — GKN 306348.
Differential Fill / Drain Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REIN | HWP0065 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Differential228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
| REIN | HWU0065 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear Differential228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Differential Fill drain plugs.
REIN supplies both parts for the 2021 BMW 228I.
Part numbers include REIN HWP0065 and REIN HWU0065.
Differential Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | B46610 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Material: ACM (Polyacrylate)Radial Shaft Seal Design: AwithBS2 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Differential. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: ELRING B46610.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE | 659002 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
| VAICO | V204446 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear228i xDrive Gran Coupe | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
2 Drive Shaft parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from 2 brands — CARDONE and VAICO.
This group includes CARDONE 659002 and VAICO V204446.
Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REIN | BEM0039P | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 228i xDrive Gran Coupe55mm O.D., 30mm I.D. | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NB106CC | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 228i xDrive Gran Coupewith 1.18 IN Bearing Inside Diameter | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Drive Shaft Center Support bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
2 Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing parts for the 2021 BMW 228I come from 2 brands — REIN and BCA.
The Economy section lists 1 option from REIN — the catalog's value-priced group. REIN BEM0039P is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, BCA supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is BCA NB106CC.
Part numbers include REIN BEM0039P and BCA NB106CC.
Drive Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | B15590 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 228i xDrive Gran CoupeFlange Seal | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Drive Shaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 2021 BMW 228I — ELRING B15590.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VAICO | V600361 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Differential Oil, Haldex 0.275 ml | View on Amazon |
| VAICO | V600364 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 850MLTransmission code : JJN, JUY, KJU, KMC, KMD, MMK, MML | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 915052 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 915053 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-85 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
4 Gear Oil parts are listed for the 2021 BMW 228I, from VAICO and VALVOLINE.
This group includes VAICO V600361, VAICO V600364 and VALVOLINE 915052 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2021 BMW 228I
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Gear Oil .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2021 BMW 228I?
Our catalog currently lists 24 drivetrain parts for the 2021 BMW 228I across 11 subcategories and 12 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2021 BMW 228I?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2021 BMW 228I was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2021 BMW 228I?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 Turbocharged engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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